Meet the finalists of our Women Entrepreneurs Award 2025!
In partnership with Impact Hub Network, we launched a global search to find women entrepreneurs driving sustainable innovation in health and food security. Today, we can announce the 30 finalists from our award regions Africa and the Middle East, Asia Pacific, and Latin America, who are shaping the future of these critical sectors.
The need for innovative solutions is undeniable. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), over 4.5 billion people—more than half of the global population—lack access to essential health services, and 733 million people remain undernourished. These challenges demand bold, collective action to address the critical issues of health and food security.
Women entrepreneurs are uniquely positioned to lead the way. With their innovative ideas, diverse perspectives, and deep commitment to social impact, they are transforming communities and creating scalable solutions that make a real difference.
Our Women Entrepreneurs Award recognizes and supports these exceptional women, showcasing how their efforts are reshaping the future of health and food security worldwide. Let’s meet the remarkable women and their enterprises:
Finalists Asia Track:
- Clementine Chambon - Oorja Development Solutions
- Divya Kamerkar - Pinky Promise
- Zhun Shi - 99 Home Care / 99 Shengrong (Shanghai) Robot Technology Co., Ltd
- Geetha Manjunath - NIRAMAI Health Analytix Private Limited
- Nishat Anjum Palka - MommyKidz Ltd.
- Heloise Emma Buckland - HUSK Ventures
- Shana Fatina - Komodo Water
- Prathyusha Potharaju - Grailmaker Innovations Private Limited
- Siqiao Nan - Harves-Code Technology
- Nguyen Thi Le Na - CÔNG TY CỔ PHẦN ECONATIONS
Finalists Africa & Middle East Track:
- Salma Tammam - Reme-D
- Doreen Toutikian - OMGYNO
- Yulia Sidorova - Cliniva
- Alaa Hamadto - Solar Foods
- Anaporka Adazabra - Farmio
- Koki Sammy - Silo Africa Networks Ltd
- Mathildah Amollo - GREATLAKES FEEDS LTD
- Jocelyne Saade - GRADE A PLUS
- Penny Musengi - Pesira Limited
- Chiedza Mushawedu - ZimbosAbantu Healthcare on Wheels
Finalists Latin America Track:
- Elena Martinez - SOS Biotech
- Angelica Maria Santos Rojas - Plataforma Yo Soy
- Mariola Urgellés - Sunspectra
- Sandra Rubio Dacosta - IMIX COLOMBIA S.A.S.
- Joyce Querubino de Oliveira - LoriConecta
- María Auxiliadora Ríos Terán - Terra Verde
- Fabiane Ferreira de Almeida - Aqua Viridi - Microalgas e Serviços Ambientais
- Mónica Rodríguez - Gaia Alimentos
- Meghan Bodo - Sirio
- Leticia Navarro Brusa - Otilia AI
“With over 1,700 applications submitted from more than 95 countries, selecting just 30 finalists for this year’s Women Entrepreneurs Award proved to be a challenging task due to the exceptional quality of the proposals received. We are pleased to announce that our finalists represent a diverse array of women innovators in the fields of health and food security making lasting impact for their communities.”
Jana op den Winkel, Program Manager of Bayer Foundation
What's Next?
In the last week of April, we’ll announce the 15 winners who will embark on a transformative journey to amplify their impact and scale their ventures. Each winner will receive a €25,000 cash prize to expand operations and deepen community engagement.
Over six months, they will participate in an Accelerator Programme designed to refine their business models, explore new market opportunities, and tackle key growth challenges. With personalised mentorship from industry leaders, they’ll gain the insights and support needed to unlock their full potential.
As part of the Bayer Foundation and Impact Hub ecosystems, participants will connect with a global network of innovators, fostering collaborations that drive meaningful change. Their journey will culminate in a sponsored trip to Istanbul for the award ceremony during the Global Sustainable Development Congress, taking place from 16–19 June, where they will celebrate their achievements and the impact they’ve created.
This programme equips changemakers with the tools, networks, and inspiration to build a more sustainable and impactful future.
